Networking 101

Get Entrepreneur Now

Networking-everybody talks about it, but do you know how to do
it right? Networking expert Dee Helfgott says networking is people
connecting with people-exchanging ideas, information and resources.
Try her networking tips:

Prepare a 30-second introduction of who you are, what you do
and how your business benefits others. It should be long enough to
convey information but short enough so it's not a sales
pitch.

Volunteer for a small role on a committee of an important
organization or association. This gives you visibility and will
gain you respect.

Listen more than you talk. That's the best way to get
information that may help you.

Don't forget to network outside your group. You never know
who knows someone who may need your product or service.